What 2026 Could Look Like in the Utica Shale: Rig Counts, Operators, and Consolidation

As this year winds down, landowners in Eastern Ohio are already asking what 2026 may look like for drilling, rig counts, and operator activity. A lot can change in a year, but the early signals in the Utica Shale are worth paying attention to, especially with gas prices rising and several large operators preparing to […]